Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Schaumburg, IL

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a critical role in the advanced practitioner industry, holding the responsibility for providing specialized health care services in a wide range of fields. NPs are registered nurses with additional education and training, typically at the master's or doctorate level. They often have the ability to diagnose and treat medical conditions, prescribe medication, and carry out procedures within their specialized area of practice, which can vary from primary care to pediatrics, psychiatry, or gerontology. They also provide health education, counseling, and preventive services to their patients, working independently or as part of a healthcare team.

Before becoming a Nurse Practitioner, one may have roles such as a Registered Nurse (RN), Critical Care Nurse, or Pediatric Nurse. An NP should have strong communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and excellent problem-solving abilities. Critical certifications include the Registered Nurse (RN) license, and specialized NP certification within their chosen area of practice, such as the Family Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (FNP-BC) or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (PNP-BC) certifications. It's also important for NPs to maintain ongoing professional development and continuing education to stay updated with advancements in healthcare.

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LocumTenens

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Inpatient Coverage in Chicago, Illinois

  • LocumTenens
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • LocumTenens
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 7 days ago

This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-214996-NP-IL Title: NP Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: Inpatient Call Required: Negotiable Board Certification...

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Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (with RNFA) - General Surgery & Surgical Oncology, Full-time, Days

  • Northwestern Medicine
  • McHenry, IL (24 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • McHenry, IL (24 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Description Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a motivated Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work with our General Surgery (primary focus) and Surgical...

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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology - Electrophysiology, Full-time, Days

  • Northwestern Memorial HealthCare
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Description Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to work in our Cardiology department, with a subspecialty focus in Electrophysiology...

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Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner

  • HealthPlus Staffing
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

HealthPlus Staffing is seeking a Nurse Case Manager in Chicago, IL. The Nurse Case Manager will provide help to high risk infants and children getting health care and developmental services. Nurse...

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Locums-Family Practice NP/PA outpatient 3-4 days wk - Chicago, IL

  • GO Staffing
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

A well-established Healthcare facility in Downtown Chicago is seeking Spanish-speaking Family Practice Nurse Practitioner (FNP or Physician Assistant (PA) locum for coverage starting asap, 3-4 days...

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Wound, Burn and Ostomy Nurse Practitioner

  • Amergis Locum Tenens
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a compassionate Nurse Practitioner looking to make a difference in patients' lives?...

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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Physiatry, Full-time, Days

  • Northwestern Medicine
  • Wheaton, IL (12 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wheaton, IL (12 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner to work in our Physiatry department....

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Locums NP - Family Practice Position in IL

  • CompHealth
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago

CompHealth services are always free to you. Let us do the heavy lifting and handle the headache of credentialing, travel, housing, and so much more. With the premier staffing agency as your...

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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - General Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure, Full-time, Days

  • Northwestern Memorial HealthCare
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Description Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to work in our inpatient General Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure...

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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Lung Transplant ICU, Full-time, Rotating

  • Northwestern Memorial HealthCare
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Some role responsibilities include complex ventilator management, central line and arterial line placement, and management of medically complex patients. This position is 100% inpatient. ...

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Nurse Practitioner - Medical Genetics Program

  • Endeavor Health
  • Evanston, IL (19 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evanston, IL (19 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago

PRS, ROR, guidance for other studies) Primary Care Initiatives (e.g....

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Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care -Certified We are a wound care provider in the Chicago, IL area, seeking a Licensed/Board Certified Nurse Practitioner to provide care in the home for patients....

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Family / Adult NP/PA opening in Downtown Chicago

  • GO Staffing
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Practitioner / Physician Assistant Primary Care experience Competitive salary plus quality and productivity bonus, full benefits, eligible for loan repayment thru HRSA, CME, 26 days of PTO and 10 paid...

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Family Practice NP/PA outpatient opening in Chicago, IL (Open to new

  • GO Staffing
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Well respected facility in Chicago is seeking a Spanish speaking Family Practice NP/PA for their outpatient Clinic. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant (PA)....

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Nurse Practitioner, Palliative Care

  • AccentCare, Inc.
  • Rosemont, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (9 miles from Schaumburg, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Nurse Practitioner / NP, Palliative Care Location: Rosemont and surrounding areas Position: Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care Job ID: 74283 Remote/Virtual Position : No Coverage Area: Rosemount...

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Salary for Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Schaumburg, IL

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Highest Education Level

Nurse Practitioners in Schaumburg, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
79.6%
Doctorate Degree
11.9%
Bachelor's Degree
6.5%
Associate's Degree
0.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.7%
High School or GED
0.4%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nurse Practitioners in Schaumburg, IL
1-2 years
34.8%
2-4 years
34.8%
None
17.4%
4-6 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
4.4%


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